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preheat
This term is primarily used in culinary contexts and technical manuals. It describes a preparatory action intended to ensure a consistent temperature from the moment food is introduced, which is critical for the chemical reactions in baking, such as the rising of a cake or the searing of meat.
While the word is most common in the kitchen, it can occasionally be used in industrial or mechanical contexts where a component must reach a specific thermal threshold before operation to prevent cracking or malfunction.
Meanings
Examples
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees before you start mixing the batter.
I forgot to preheat the grill so the steaks are taking longer to cook.
Wait until the oven has preheated before sliding the pizza in.
You should preheat your air fryer for a few minutes for a crispier crust.
The recipe says to preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
I will preheat the oven while I chop the vegetables.
The oven is still preheating so we cannot put the cake in yet.